Welcome to the Western Maryland Scenic Railroad

Logo of the Western Maryland Scenic Railroad providing train rides from Cumberland, Maryland utilizing historic steam and diesel locomotives.

Let the Mountains Move You

Western Maryland Scenic Railroad offers unforgettable rides through the Allegheny Mountains. Our signature excursion, the Frostburg Flyer, is powered by historic steam engine 1309. Guests can also enjoy the scenic Sunset on the Mountain evening ride or treat the family to our fun-filled Ice Cream Trains. Find your experience on The Scenic Line!

Featured Excursions

  • Western Maryland Scenic Railroad Frostburg Flyer Winter Service traverses the scenic route between Cumberland and Frostburg, Maryland with a full brunch menu and bar.

    Allegheny Mountain Dinner Train

    Saturday Evenings 7:00PM

    Enjoy date night out on our award-winning Dinner Train! With fresh prepared food, and full bar service, you will certainly enjoy anelegant night on the rails!

  • Murder Mystery Dinner Train

    Select Saturdays January - October

    Are you ready to solve a mystery? Hop on board our Murder Mystery Dinner Train and solve the mystery while you enjoy drinks and dinner on this entertaining journey.

  • Western Maryland Scenic Railroad locomotive No. 1309 pulls the signature Frostburg Flyer service between Cumberland and Frostburg, Maryland.

    Sunset on the Mountain

    May - September 2025

    As our steam locomotive winds through the rolling Allegheny Mountains, guests relax in vintage railcars, savoring complimentary appetizers and hand-crafted cocktails.

  • The Polar Express™ Train Ride

    The Polar Express™ Train Ride

    November 21st - December 23rd

    Characters from the story come to life, sharing stories and treats, while the smell of hot cocoa fills the air. The trip ends with a visit from Santa, making memories that capture the joy of the holidays.

Check out our full train schedule

The Route

Leaving Cumberland, the route travels west through a breach in the Allegheny Mountains over an iron truss bridge, around World Famous Helmstetter’s Curve, and through the 914-foot Brush Tunnel under Piney Mountain. Climbing grades up to 2.8% on the 16-mile trek, the route follows the former Western Maryland Railroad right-of-way, then joins the old Cumberland & Pennsylvania Railroad.

Locomotive 1309

Built in 1949 by the Baldwin Locomotive Works, Chesapeake & Ohio Railway steam locomotive no. 1309 was built to handle the railroad’s heaviest coal trains throughout Kentucky and West Virginia until it was retired in 1956.

64 years later, no. 1309 has completed an overhaul and restoration and is an outstanding tourist attraction operating trains between Cumberland and Frostburg, Maryland. The locomotive is the largest operating steam locomotive of its type in the world.

A Timeless Experience for Everyone